The first three Tomb Raider games return in a completely updated version, called Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered. The first comparisons are already available and the result is surprising.
While waiting for a new episode of the adventures of Lara Croft, who has disappeared since 2018 and Shadows of Tomb Raider, her first games reappear. The first three titles of the explorer return in a completely updated version, called Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered. The opportunity for fans to see the old Lara again, in 4K and at 60 FPS on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. The first comparisons are already available and the result is surprising.
Tomb Raider more beautiful than before?
It’s obvious that the 1996 games have evolved a lot with this remaster. With 4K, many scenes that were previously pixelated now look very smooth, making the game easier to understand. You should also keep in mind that the screen has changed since the 90s; Current screens have a resolution in 16:9 format. Here too, this advantage allows you to better perceive the platforms and advance in the adventure more calmly. In addition, with 60 FPS, we see that progression is more fluid, which minimizes errors.
The developers also added light sources, modeled the characters, and as a bonus, placed exclamation points above interesting objects, for greater visibility. We clearly feel a goal: to make the title accessible to as many people as possible. Only the sound environment has not been modified. Ultimately, the result seems successful, even if fans wonder if the price (€29.99) is justified. “You get three remastered software programs with all their extensions, as well as the possibility of testing the original versions of the games for €30. Honestly, it’s a good deal,” said one user.
But where is the new game?
Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered will, perhaps, be your only opportunity to see Lara Croft again for a long time. Indeed, the next game is long overdue. However, we know that it is developed under Unreal Engine 5. The general director of licensing at Crystal Dynamics, Dallas Dickinson, has already promised “a high-quality cinematic action-adventure experience”. The problem is that the studio has a lot of internal problems. In recent months, many employees have been laid off. No date has been given for a possible announcement. However, the group assured that the restructuring would not affect them and also revealed a first image of the new Lara.